TENSION AND STRESS AMONG WOMEN IN MUMBAI METROPOLITAN AREAS

According to the WHO definition, someone is considered healthy if they are both physically and psychologically well. Studies show that women are more likely than men to experience mental health issues (Piccinelli & Homen, 1997). Going to work can add stress and tension to a woman's life because of the multiple roles she juggles as a mother, caretaker, and homemaker. The Nielsen Company (2011) conducted a study which found Indian women to be the world's most stressed-out women. Stress can lead to cognitive issues, which can compromise the immune system (Mariotti, 2015). This study makes an effort to identify the reasons of tension and stress among women because it is common among women, particularly Indian women. It also examines the women's access to assistance, including any social or institutional support